Malla Dabhar - Ranikhet, Almora
Malla Dabhar is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Malla Damar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malla Dabhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malla Dabhar is 052370. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.14 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Malla Dabhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malla Dabhar
According to the 2011 Census, Malla Dabhar village had a total population of 242 people, including 116 males and 126 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.48%, with male literacy at 98.00% and female literacy at 80.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 116 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 18 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Malla Dabhar
Malla Dabhar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malla Dabhar
Public transport in the Malla Dabhar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Malla Dabhar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Malla Dabhar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malla Dabhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malla Dabhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malla Dabhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malla Dabhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malla Dabhar
Where is Malla Dabhar located?
Malla Dabhar village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malla Dabhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Malla Dabhar is Malla Damar.
What is the pincode of Malla Dabhar?
The pincode of Malla Dabhar is 263663.
What is the population of Malla Dabhar?
Malla Dabhar had a total population of 242, including 116 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Malla Dabhar?
Malla Dabhar had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malla Dabhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malla Dabhar was 88.48%. Male literacy was 98.00% and female literacy was 80.34%.